2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 281 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 420 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
Model | V8 Vantage | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |