2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sportage. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Porsche | Kia |
| Model | 911 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 473 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 58 L |
