2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Aston Martin DB7 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 326 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
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, 2008 Kia Carens, 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 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | DB7 | Carens |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
