2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2004 Kia Optima
To start off, both 2004 Aston Martin DB9 and 2004 Kia Optima were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (454 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2004 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 167 kg more than 2004 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Aston Martin DB9 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 2004 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Optima, 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Optima. (199 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 2004 Kia Optima | |
Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
Model | DB9 | Optima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 199 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |