2008 Kia Carens vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2008 Kia Carens and 2008 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carens weights approximately 126 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Carens | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Carens | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |