1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 21 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 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Commander. (305 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 522 kg more than 2009 Jeep Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Commander (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin Virage. 2009 Jeep Commander 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. 2009 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Virage | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
| Model | Virage | Commander |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 80 L |
