2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 153 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 2012 Aston Martin DBS. 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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Kia | Aston Martin |
| Model | Sportage | DBS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
