2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2013 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestar 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 288 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 154 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2013 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 2013 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar, 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, 2013 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestar. (357 Nm). This means 2013 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 2013 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Freestar | Virage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2061 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 78 L |
