2001 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2004 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2004 Kia Cerato is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 2004 Kia Cerato. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 664 kg more than 2004 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Cerato, 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, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Cerato. (215 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2004 Kia Cerato | |
Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
Model | Vanquish | Cerato |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |