2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Kia K2700
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia K2700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia K2700 would be higher. At 4,310 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | V8 Vantage | K2700 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 4310 cc | 2665 cc |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
