2009 Audi A5 vs. 2013 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 4 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), 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 920 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 2013 Aston Martin DB9. 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, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 2013 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
Model | A5 | DB9 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
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 | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2745 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |