1995 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue 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 94 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Vue. (250 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 58 kg more than 2006 Saturn Vue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Saturn Vue 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, 2006 Saturn Vue 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 @ 3700 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (329 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Aston Martin Virage | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Saturn |
| Model | Virage | Vue |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
