1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 20 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 68 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sorento. (276 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 233 kg more than 2011 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Aston Martin Virage 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 1991 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento, 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, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Aston Martin Virage | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
Model | Virage | Sorento |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1767 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1735 mm |