2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Joice would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 397 kg more than 1998 Kia Joice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Aston Martin DB7 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 2000 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice, 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1998 Kia Joice | |
Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
Model | DB7 | Joice |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 188 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |