2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2013 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 465 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (411 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 2013 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Aston Martin |
| Model | Touareg | Virage |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2061 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20.3 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 78 L |
