2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2007 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Amanti would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (399 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 Kia Amanti. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Amanti.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Amanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Amanti. (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Amanti. 2007 Kia Amanti has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Amanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayenne | 2007 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Porsche | Kia |
| Model | Cayenne | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4806 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
