2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1012 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet. (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet | |
| Make | Kia | Aston Martin |
| Model | Sorento | Cygnet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 988 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 32 L |
