2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Avella would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 730 kg more than 1998 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1998 Kia Avella | |
Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
Model | V8 Vantage | Avella |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2400 mm |