2008 Kia Rio vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Rio would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (400 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio, 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (440 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Rio | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Rio | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1295 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2451 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |