2011 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus 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 382 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 498 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. 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, 2004 Ford Focus, 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Aston Martin Virage | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | Virage | Focus |
Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5900 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1288 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 53 L |