2011 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo 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 401 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
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 Opel Combo, 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 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo. 2011 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Combo has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Combo 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 | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | Virage | Combo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1288 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 52 L |
