2002 Kia Retona vs. 2002 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2002 Kia Retona and 2002 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 492 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911.

Because 2002 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Retona 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (366 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Retona.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Kia Retona 2002 Porsche 911
Make Kia Porsche
Model Retona 911
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1998 cc 3588 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 90 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 366 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1872 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2360 mm


 

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