2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sorento. 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 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Porsche | Kia |
Model | 911 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 445 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |