2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2005 Audi RS4
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Audi RS4. (376 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi RS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 371 kg more than 2005 Audi RS4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS4 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 Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi RS4. (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi RS4.
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2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2005 Audi RS4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | Vanquish | RS4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 521 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 449 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.9 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |