2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 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 738 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1995 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1995 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sorento | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 3746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2017 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 92 L |