1994 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 165 kg more than 1994 Porsche 911.
Because 1994 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 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, 1994 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 911 | 2010 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Porsche | Kia |
| Model | 911 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1620 mm |
