1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 402 kg more than 1993 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (451 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin Virage | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Virage | Express |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2080 mm |
