1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 122 kg more than 1996 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | DB7 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| 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 | 1878 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 58 L |
