2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Kia Optima
To start off, 2013 Kia Optima is newer by 4 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2013 Kia Optima. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Optima weights approximately 2 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, 2013 Kia Optima, 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 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Optima. (365 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2013 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Porsche | Kia |
| Model | 911 | Optima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2795 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
