2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 32 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Aston Martin Rapide. 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, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2011 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Kia | Aston Martin |
| Model | Sorento | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
