1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 66 kg more than 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
Model | V8 Vantage | Sorento |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2497 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 | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 60 L |