2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2005 Kia Sorento and 2005 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 883 kg more than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche Boxster. 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 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sorento | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 256 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |