1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 13 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 188 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 275 kg more than 1993 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin Virage | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | Virage | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
