2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 90 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911.
Because 1989 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 1989 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd, 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Cee'd | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Cee'd | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 77 L |