2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 117 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sportage | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |