2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 2008 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2008 Kia Cee'd 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2008 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cee'd. 2008 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Cee'd has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Cee'd will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Kia Cee'd 2008 Porsche 911
Make Kia Porsche
Model Cee'd 911
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1396 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 473 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 137 Nm 620 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 1950 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 182 km/hour 310 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.6 seconds 4 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1263 kg 1655 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.1 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 67 L


 

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