1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 17 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 230 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 286 kg more than 2006 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Aston Martin Virage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Virage | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Seat |
| Model | Virage | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1634 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 70 L |
