1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 712 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin Virage. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1988 Aston Martin Virage has manual transmission. 1988 Aston Martin Virage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Virage | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | Virage | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 106 L |
