2008 Toyota Avalon vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Avalon 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) has 222 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avalon. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 455 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avalon. 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, 2008 Toyota Avalon, 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Avalon | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Toyota | Aston Martin |
| Model | Avalon | Virage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 490 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1283 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
