2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 595 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 1992 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sorento | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |
