1995 Kia Retona vs. 1998 Porsche 911

To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Retona would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 575 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.

Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Kia Retona 1998 Porsche 911
Make Kia Porsche
Model Retona 911
Year Released 1995 1998
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1998 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 90 HP 444 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 665 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1870 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2280 mm


 

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