2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 200 kg more than 2010 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Porsche Panamera. 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sportage | Panamera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |