2002 Kia Sorento vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 664 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sorento. 2002 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Sorento | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sorento | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |