1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.

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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Aston Martin Virage.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Aston Martin Virage 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
Make Aston Martin Chevrolet
Model Virage Suburban
Year Released 1991 2009
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5340 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 344 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 454 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 5660 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1960 mm


 

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