2011 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2011 Aston Martin Virage and 2011 Opel Astra 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 352 more horse power than 2011 Opel Astra. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 507 kg more than 2011 Opel Astra. 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 Opel Astra, 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 2011 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Astra. 2011 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Astra 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.
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2011 Aston Martin Virage | 2011 Opel Astra | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | Virage | Astra |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5900 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 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 | 1785 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1283 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 52 L |