1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 18 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 44 more horse power than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 9-4X.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 9-4X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin Virage | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Saab |
| Model | Virage | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1679 mm |
