2011 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Aston Martin Virage 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 207 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Journey. (283 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 23 kg more than 2012 Dodge Journey. 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, 2012 Dodge Journey, 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Journey. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Aston Martin Virage | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | Virage | Journey |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1283 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 78 L |
