1990 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Because 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage, 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, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
Model | Lagonda | Sportage |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2640 mm |