1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 134 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestyle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 Ford Freestyle 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) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin Virage | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | Virage | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
