1991 Porsche 965 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 534 kg more than 1991 Porsche 965.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Porsche 965. 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, 1991 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 965 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Porsche | Kia |
| Model | 965 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |
