2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 600 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sorento | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |