1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1999 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 1999 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1999 Nissan X-Trail. (146 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 730 kg more than 1999 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan X-Trail 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (745 Nm) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan X-Trail. (136 Nm). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1999 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | Virage | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
