2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 134 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2008 Aston Martin DB9 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 2008 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | DB9 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | 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 | 444 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 264 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
