2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 Audi S3
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S3 would be higher. At 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2006 Audi S3. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi S3.
Because 2006 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S3 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 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | S3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4735 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
