1997 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 768 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 911 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Porsche | Kia |
| Model | 911 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 537 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
