1999 Kia Elan vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Kia Elan is newer by 1 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 147 more horse power than 1999 Kia Elan. (149 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 352 kg more than 1999 Kia Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Elan. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Elan. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Elan. 1998 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Elan has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Elan | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Elan | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
