1953 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2002 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2002 Kia Sportage is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 303 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1953 Aston Martin DB2 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Aston Martin DB2 | 2002 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
Model | DB2 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |