2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin DBS.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Aston Martin DBS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 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 Audi Q7 (760 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Aston Martin DBS. (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Aston Martin DBS. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2011 Aston Martin DBS has manual transmission. 2011 Aston Martin DBS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | Q7 | DBS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4132 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 78 L |
