2007 Kia Sedona vs. 1981 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 911 (232 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 830 kg more than 1981 Porsche 911.
Because 1981 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 1981 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona, 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 911. (284 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 1981 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sedona | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2900 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
