2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 4 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (429 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 250 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche Panamera. 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (520 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sportage | Panamera |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |