2011 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q7. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 660 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q7. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q7. 2011 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2012 Aston Martin DBS has manual transmission. 2012 Aston Martin DBS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi Q7 | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | Q7 | DBS |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
