2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 437 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 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 2004 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2004 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 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sorento | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1590 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |