2011 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2011 Audi A3

To start off, both 2011 Aston Martin Virage and 2011 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 290 more horse power than 2011 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 430 kg more than 2011 Audi A3. 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, 2011 Audi A3, 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A3. 2011 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi A3 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 2011 Audi A3
Make Aston Martin Audi
Model Virage A3
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
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 200 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 569 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 5750 RPM 1800 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 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4704 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1905 mm 1763 mm
Vehicle Height 1288 mm 1422 mm
Wheelbase Size 2741 mm 2578 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 55 L


 

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