1995 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 23 kg more than 1995 Aston Martin Virage.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Aston Martin Virage | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | Virage | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2027 kg |
