2006 Kia Rio vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Rio would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 575 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Rio | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Rio | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |