2011 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester 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 367 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 491 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Aston Martin Virage | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
Model | Virage | Forester |
Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5900 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1288 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |