1995 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2010 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2010 Kia Sedona is newer by 15 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 100 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sedona. (244 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 14 kg more than 2010 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sedona, 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, 1995 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Aston Martin Virage | 2010 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | Virage | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
