1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2002 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2002 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 367 kg more than 2002 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sportage. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 2002 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | DB7 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
