2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 7 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 2012 Kia Carens | |
Make | Porsche | Kia |
Model | 911 | Carens |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 87 mm |
Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |