1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2003 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 11 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 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (330 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 806 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2003 Suzuki Samurai 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 (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 2003 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Aston Martin | Suzuki |
Model | Virage | Samurai |
Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |