2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 249 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | DB9 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 58 L |
