1995 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2005 Audi Allroad
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 10 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 94 more horse power than 2005 Audi Allroad. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 124 kg more than 2005 Audi Allroad. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 1995 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi Allroad. (350 Nm). This means 1995 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Aston Martin Virage | 2005 Audi Allroad | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | Virage | Allroad |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
