1996 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 10 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 90 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (254 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 355 kg more than 1996 Aston Martin Virage.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 3700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin Virage | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | Virage | Patrol |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 4759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |