2009 Audi A5 vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A5 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 890 kg more than 2009 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | A5 | Virage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1283 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 78 L |
