2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 16 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sportage | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |