2011 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 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 352 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 321 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat, 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Aston Martin Virage | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | Virage | Passat |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5900 cc | 2000 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 | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1890 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1288 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |