2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 670 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Boxter has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Boxter 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.
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2003 Kia Sorento | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sorento | Boxter |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1281 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2475 mm |