1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 535 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 80 L |
