1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander 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 144 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 28 kg more than 1993 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 1993 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 1993 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander, 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, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (451 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (298 Nm). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin Virage | 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Virage | Uplander |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
