2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 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 278 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1074 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Aston Martin Virage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Mazda | Aston Martin |
| Model | 6 | Virage |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1288 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |
