1956 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 778 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (295 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB2 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | DB2 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
