1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (544 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sportage. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (600 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Porsche | Kia |
| Model | 911 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1636 mm |
