2007 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 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 352 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 2007 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 2007 Honda Civic. 2013 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2013 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Honda | Aston Martin |
| Model | Civic | Virage |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 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 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
