1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (451 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin Virage | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | Virage | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
