2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1978 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 819 kg more than 1978 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 911. (265 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 911. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1978 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1978 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1978 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sorento | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |