2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2003 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1320 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion 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, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Excursion | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | Excursion | Virage |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1288 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 78 L |