1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 16 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) has 144 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 250 kg more than 1992 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Virage | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
