1996 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 15 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 119 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 200 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor, 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 @ 3700 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (345 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin Virage | 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Virage | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1768 mm |
