2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 685 kg more than 2003 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 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, 2003 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sorento | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |