2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, both 2009 Aston Martin DBS and 2009 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (328 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin DBS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin DBS. (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin DBS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DBS | 2009 Audi A4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | DBS | A4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5933 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 503 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.9 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |