2001 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd

To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd.

Because 2001 Porsche Carrera GT 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 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Porsche Carrera GT 2012 Kia Cee'd
Make Porsche Kia
Model Carrera GT Cee'd
Year Released 2001 2012
Body Type Roadster Hatchback
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5500 cc 1591 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 602 Nm 155 Nm
Top Speed 329 km/hour 192 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2660 mm


 

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