2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Porsche 996

To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 424 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Kia Sorento 2005 Porsche 996
Make Kia Porsche
Model Sorento 996
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3778 cc 3589 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 264 HP 414 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 560 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.8 mm 76 mm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1918 kg 1494 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 64 L


 

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