2009 Kia Magentis vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Magentis would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2009 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Magentis weights approximately 72 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Magentis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Magentis. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Magentis | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Magentis | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |