2011 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
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 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Touran 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 386 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 417 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touran, 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 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. 2011 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | Virage | Touran |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5900 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1288 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |