2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 5 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 290 kg more than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sorento | Panamera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |