2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 211 kg more than 2008 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2008 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2008 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sportage | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
