2011 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Carnival 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 308 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 278 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin Virage.
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, 2006 Kia Carnival, 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carnival. (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Aston Martin Virage | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | Virage | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1288 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
