2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 644 kg more than 1979 Porsche 930.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Porsche 930. 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sorento | 930 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |