2005 Kia Picanto vs. 1995 Porsche 911

To start off, 2005 Kia Picanto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Picanto weights approximately 135 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.

Because 1995 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Picanto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (540 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (86 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia Picanto 1995 Porsche 911
Make Kia Porsche
Model Picanto 911
Year Released 2005 1995
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 999 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 430 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 86 Nm 540 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1215 kg
Vehicle Length 3500 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2280 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 92 L


 

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