2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (520 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 149 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Because 2004 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 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carnival, 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 Vanquish (555 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
Model | Vanquish | Carnival |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 520 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 555 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |