2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage. 2008 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sportage | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 77 L |
