1996 Kia Avella vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Avella would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Kia Avella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Avella | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Avella | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2360 mm |