2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2013 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Durango 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 260 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango.
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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 2013 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 2013 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
| Model | Durango | Virage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
