2007 Kia Cee'd vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 252 kg more than 2007 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (377 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cee'd | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Cee'd | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 3595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
