2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 615 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 @ 5750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
Model | Silverado | Virage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1283 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 78 L |