2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2006 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona, 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, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (577 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | DB7 | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 75 L |
