2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 287 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Hyundai | Aston Martin |
| Model | Santa Fe | Virage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1283 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |
