2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2010 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Porsche | Kia |
Model | 911 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3818 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |