2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 4 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sorento | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |