2001 Kia Carens vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Kia Carens is newer by 29 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 (131 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Kia Carens. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Carens weights approximately 183 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1972 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 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Carens, 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Carens. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Carens | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Carens | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |