2009 Kia Carens vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (424 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 220 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (530 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Carens | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Carens | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
