1990 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2006 Audi Q7
To start off, 2006 Audi Q7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Audi Q7. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1990 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 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, 2006 Audi Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Aston Martin Virage | 2006 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | Virage | Q7 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |