1996 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2000 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2000 Nissan Sentra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1996 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 1996 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1996 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (176 Nm). This means 1996 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin Virage | 2000 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | Virage | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
