2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 110 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (242 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sportage | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1260 mm |
