1996 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 8 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 190 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 44 kg more than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 1996 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin Virage | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | Virage | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2370 mm |
