2005 Kia Sportage vs. 1969 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 911 (156 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 667 kg more than 1969 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 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 (246 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 911. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 1969 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sportage | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 156 HP |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
