2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (429 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 562 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 2011 Porsche Panamera. 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (520 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Cee'd | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 100 L |
