2007 Kia Carens vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 2007 Kia Carens is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2007 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Porsche 928 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 1990 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carens, 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Carens | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Carens | 928 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | Minivan | 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 | 111 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |