2011 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest 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 230 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Quest. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 101 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, 2012 Nissan Quest, 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Aston Martin Virage | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | Virage | Quest |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5900 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1288 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 76 L |