2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (210 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 934 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (255 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1972 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1972 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sorento | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| 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 | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
