2004 Jaguar XK 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 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar XK 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 100 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XK. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 48 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Virage.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XK. (541 Nm). This means 2013 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 2013 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Jaguar | Aston Martin |
| Model | XK | Virage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1833 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2061 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 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 | 75 L | 78 L |
