1996 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2007 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 11 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 134 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota. 1996 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin Virage | 2007 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | Virage | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
