2011 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2012 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Sonata 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 292 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. (198 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 351 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. 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 Hyundai Sonata, 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Aston Martin Virage | 2012 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Hyundai |
| Model | Virage | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1283 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2794 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
