2005 Kia Sedona vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Kia Sedona is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 792 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sedona | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sedona | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 665 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2280 mm |
