1996 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 163 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (270 Nm). This means 1996 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin Virage | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | Virage | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
