1990 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 49 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 922 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | Virage | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 455 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |