1958 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 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 1958 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 695 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB2 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
Model | DB2 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 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 | 294 Nm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |