2006 Audi A3 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 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 290 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 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, 2013 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2013 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | A3 | Virage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2061 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |
