2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Carens would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 355 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carens. 2006 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 Kia Carens | |
Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
Model | V8 Vantage | Carens |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |