2006 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic 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 351 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 205 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2006 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2013 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Honda | Aston Martin |
| Model | Civic | Virage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 78 L |
