2011 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
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 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 220 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 26 kg more than 2010 Toyota Highlander. 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 Toyota Highlander, 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Aston Martin Virage | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | Virage | Highlander |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5900 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1288 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 73 L |