1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin Virage.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Explorer | Virage |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1288 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2741 mm |
