2004 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Safari 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) has 299 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 97 kg more than 2004 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | GMC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Safari | Virage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 490 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1288 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 78 L |
