1999 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1999 Porsche 911

To start off, both 1999 Kia Pride Wagon and 1999 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (296 HP) has 233 more horse power than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 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 1999 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. (136 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Kia Pride Wagon 1999 Porsche 911
Make Kia Porsche
Model Pride Wagon 911
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1324 cc 3387 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 63 HP 296 HP
Torque 136 Nm 350 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2340 mm


 

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