2002 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Rio would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2002 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Rio | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Rio | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 3822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2360 mm |
