1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 13 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 435 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Aston Martin Virage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | Virage | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 60 L |
