1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2006 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 14 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 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 346 kg more than 1992 Aston Martin Virage.
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, 2006 Dodge Sprinter, 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 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 2006 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | Virage | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 2701 cc |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2640 mm |
