1994 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1996 Xedos 6
To start off, 1996 Xedos 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1996 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1996 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 860 kg more than 1996 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Xedos 6, 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, 1994 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Aston Martin Virage | 1996 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Xedos |
Model | Virage | 6 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |