2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Kia RIO

To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 8 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 461 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Porsche 911 2013 Kia RIO
Make Porsche Kia
Model 911 RIO
Year Released 2005 2013
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3605 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 445 HP 136 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 620 Nm 167 Nm
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76 mm 85 mm
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 1129 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4045 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1455 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.7 L/100km 4.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 6.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 43 L


 

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