2005 Kia Sportage vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. Both 2005 Kia Sportage and 1968 Porsche 911 are equipped with a 1,991 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 522 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sportage | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1020 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
