1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2009 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2009 Kia Magentis is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 2009 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 388 kg more than 2009 Kia Magentis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Magentis, 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, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Magentis. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2009 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 62 L |
