2002 Kia Retona vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 227 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
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, 2010 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Retona | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |
