2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd

To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 6 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 235 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 237 kg more than 2011 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Porsche 911 2011 Kia Cee'd
Make Porsche Kia
Model 911 Cee'd
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3818 cc 1591 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 355 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 385 Nm 154 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99 mm 77.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 85.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.8:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.8 seconds 10.8 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1263 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.6 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 53 L


 

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