1993 Porsche 928 vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (191 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 214 kg more than 1993 Porsche 928.
Because 1993 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 1993 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento, 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 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 928 | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Porsche | Kia |
| Model | 928 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
