2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1053 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (295 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (275 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sorento | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 275 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |