2011 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 291 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO, 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO. 2013 Kia RIO has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia RIO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche 911 | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Porsche | Kia |
| Model | 911 | RIO |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 408 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 4045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 43 L |
