1995 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2003 Hyundai XG 350
To start off, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 314 kg more than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai XG 350, 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, 1995 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai XG 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Aston Martin Virage | 2003 Hyundai XG 350 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Hyundai |
| Model | Virage | XG 350 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
