2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 583 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sorento | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2088 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |