1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 47 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai ix35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Porsche | Hyundai |
| Model | 911 | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11:01 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
