2005 Porsche 996 vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 267 kg more than 2011 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Venga. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 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 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 996 | 2011 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Porsche | Kia |
| Model | 996 | Venga |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3594 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1253 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 48 L |
