1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2005 Kia Sedona is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 828 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1962 Aston Martin DB4 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 1962 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sedona, 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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 2005 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | DB4 | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |
