2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,700 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 242 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2008 Audi A6 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, 2008 Audi A6 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 Audi A6 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Vantage | A6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |