2006 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Kia Visto

To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Visto would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2001 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Visto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Porsche 911 2001 Kia Visto
Make Porsche Kia
Model 911 Visto
Year Released 2006 2001
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3596 cc 796 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 316 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 74 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 800 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 3500 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2390 mm


 

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