2005 Kia Sephia II vs. 2005 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2005 Kia Sephia II and 2005 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (456 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2005 Kia Sephia II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 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 2005 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sephia II, 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sephia II.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia Sephia II 2005 Porsche 911
Make Kia Porsche
Model Sephia II 911
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1498 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 79 HP 456 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 122 Nm 620 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1055 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 89 L


 

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