1994 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 11 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (321 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 270 kg more than 1994 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2005 GMC Sierra 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, 2005 GMC Sierra 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin Virage | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | Virage | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 370 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 | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
