2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2009 Aston Martin DB9 and 2009 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 399 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 73 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
Model | DB9 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5933 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1740 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 |