2008 Kia Carens vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carens weights approximately 143 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996.
Because 2001 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Carens | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Carens | 996 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |