2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 72 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (189 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sportage | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1975 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 | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 5 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 | 1542 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |