1992 Porsche 928 vs. 2011 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (346 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rondo. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 928 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2011 Kia Rondo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Porsche 928 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 1992 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rondo, 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, 1992 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rondo. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rondo. 2011 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 928 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 928 | 2011 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Porsche | Kia |
| Model | 928 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5396 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |
