2007 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche GT2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche GT2 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 647 kg more than 2001 Porsche GT2.
Because 2001 Porsche GT2 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 2001 Porsche GT2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento, 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, 2001 Porsche GT2 (621 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sorento. (354 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sorento. 2007 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche GT2 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche GT2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sorento | 2001 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sorento | GT2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 456 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
