2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1992 Porsche 928
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 470 kg more than 1992 Porsche 928.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 1992 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1992 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sportage | 928 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |
