2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 729 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival, 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 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Porsche | Kia |
Model | 911 | Carnival |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |