2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2008 Aston Martin DB9 and 2008 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,935 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 180 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (264 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 83 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
Model | DB9 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |