2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 294 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Nissan | Aston Martin |
| Model | Pathfinder | Virage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1288 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |
