2011 Kia Optima vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2011 Kia Optima. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Optima weights approximately 23 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Optima. (209 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Optima | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Optima | 911 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1583 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1831 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |
