2002 Kia Retona vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Retona would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (326 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 137 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2002 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Retona | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2360 mm |