1995 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 11 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 184 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 852 kg more than 1995 Aston Martin Virage.
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, 2006 Ford Fusion, 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Aston Martin Virage | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | Virage | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
