1988 Porsche 928 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 558 kg more than 1988 Porsche 928.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Porsche 928 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Porsche | Kia |
Model | 928 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |