1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1991 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin Virage | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | Virage | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
