2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 468 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sorento | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 3.3 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 | 2056 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4477 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |