2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 9 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche 911. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 571 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 2006 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sportage | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2360 mm |
