2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2009 Kia Sportage and 2009 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Because 2009 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sportage | Boxster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |