2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 211 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 629 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
Model | Express | Virage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4798 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1288 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 78 L |