2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 778 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Porsche 968. 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sorento | 968 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |