2011 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2010 Audi A4

To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi A4 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 279 more horse power than 2010 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 245 kg more than 2010 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A4. 2011 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Aston Martin Virage 2010 Audi A4
Make Aston Martin Audi
Model Virage A4
Year Released 2011 2010
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5900 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 490 HP 211 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 569 Nm 349 Nm
Torque RPM 5750 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1890 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 4704 mm 4704 mm
Vehicle Width 1905 mm 1826 mm
Vehicle Height 1288 mm 1427 mm
Wheelbase Size 2741 mm 2809 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 64 L


 

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