1994 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2009 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 15 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 196 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 155 kg more than 1994 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin Virage | 2009 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Hyundai |
| Model | Virage | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
