2011 Kia Forte vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2011 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 234 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2011 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2011 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Forte | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Forte | 911 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1241 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4481 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
