2005 Kia Spectra vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 2005 Kia Spectra. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2005 Kia Spectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Spectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Spectra. (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Spectra | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Spectra | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |