2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage 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 Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 605 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 Virage. 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 Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage 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 Virage | |
Make | Kia | Aston Martin |
Model | Sorento | Virage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
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 | 262 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1288 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |