2000 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2003 Porsche GT2

To start off, 2003 Porsche GT2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 626 kg more than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Porsche GT2 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 2003 Porsche GT2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2003 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Kia Pride Wagon 2003 Porsche GT2
Make Kia Porsche
Model Pride Wagon GT2
Year Released 2000 2003
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1324 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 456 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 620 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 1446 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2360 mm


 

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