1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2003 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2003 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Sequoia. (238 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 380 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2003 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sequoia 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, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Sequoia. (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Sequoia. 2003 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1989 Aston Martin Virage has manual transmission. 1989 Aston Martin Virage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Virage | 2003 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | Virage | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
