2005 Kia Sportage vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 307 kg more than 2003 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 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, 2003 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sportage | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sportage | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |