2006 Cadillac STS 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 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac STS 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 169 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac STS. (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 33 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 @ 5750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac STS | 2013 Aston Martin Virage | |
Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
Model | STS | Virage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4703 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2061 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1282 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 78 L |