1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 15 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1341 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin Virage | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | Virage | Excursion |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 576 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 167 L |