1993 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carens weights approximately 340 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 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 1993 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carens, 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 911 | 2011 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Porsche | Kia |
| Model | 911 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3162 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1620 mm |
