2009 Kia Cerato vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Kia Cerato is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 167 kg more than 2009 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Cerato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cerato. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Cerato | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Cerato | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |