1996 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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 79 more horse power than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (265 HP @ 6950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 9-4X.
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 Saab 9-4X, 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 9-4X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin Virage | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Saab |
| Model | Virage | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5100 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 Length | 4750 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1679 mm |
