1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (190 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 380 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Sportage | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sportage | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 70.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |