2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 570 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 993. 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sorento | 993 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |
