2008 Kia Sorento 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 Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sorento 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 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 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 2012 Porsche 911
Make Kia Porsche
Model Sorento 911
Year Released 2008 2012
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3778 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 262 HP 500 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 650 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1950 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1285 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4478 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.2 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 67 L


 

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