2011 Audi Q5 vs. 2013 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi Q5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi Q5 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 259 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi Q5 | 2013 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | Q5 | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 18.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
