2009 Kia Optima vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2009 Kia Optima and 2009 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (399 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2009 Kia Optima. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Optima.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Optima | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Optima | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |