2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd

To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd 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 Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2012 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Cee'd. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Porsche 911 2012 Kia Cee'd
Make Porsche Kia
Model 911 Cee'd
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3596 cc 1591 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 6200 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.8 mm 85.4 mm
Top Speed 285 km/hour 192 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5 seconds 11.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1345 kg 1317 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 53 L


 

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