1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 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 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | DB7 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 80 L |
