2011 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2010 Lada Kalina
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 Lada Kalina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lada Kalina 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 432 more horse power than 2010 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 705 kg more than 2010 Lada Kalina. 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, 2010 Lada Kalina, 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 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Kalina. 2011 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 2010 Lada Kalina has manual transmission. 2010 Lada Kalina 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 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lada |
| Model | Virage | Kalina |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1283 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |
