2007 Kia Sorento vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 383 kg more than 2003 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sorento | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sorento | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |