1994 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 10 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 61 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche. (283 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 180 kg more than 1994 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 1994 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche. (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin Virage | 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Virage | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
