2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 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 760 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1988 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1988 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 | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sorento | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |