1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 15 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (333 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 200 kg more than 1993 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Aston Martin Virage. (451 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin Virage | 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Virage | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
