2000 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 17 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Sportage | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sportage | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |