2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Aston Martin V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Aston Martin V12 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Aston Martin V12.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Aston Martin V12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage. 2008 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2006 Aston Martin V12 has manual transmission. 2006 Aston Martin V12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V12 | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | V12 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
