2004 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Rio would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2004 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2004 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Rio | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Rio | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
