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Kia Sorento vs Porsche Cayman comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 500 HP), boot space and price (47,300 £ vs 136,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or Porsche Cayman?

Kia Sorento vs Porsche Cayman: Key differences

Kia Sorento

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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly more trunk space
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Porsche Cayman

  • significantly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Sorento

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Kia Sorento is significantly cheaper – starting at 47,300 £ , while the Porsche Cayman costs 136,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 88,723 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sorento uses 3.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Porsche Cayman with 13 L/100km. The difference is about 9.1 L/100km.

Cayman

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Porsche Cayman offers significantly more power – delivering 500 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 212 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayman is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 4.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Cayman delivers very slightly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm more.

Sorento

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Kia Sorento offers more seats – 7 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Porsche Cayman is markedly lighter – 1,490 kg compared to 1,855 kg. The difference is around 365 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers significantly more boot space – 705 L compared to 184 L. That’s a difference of about 521 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries significantly more – 685 kg compared to 281 kg. That’s a difference of about 404 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Sorento is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £47,300
Sorento

Kia Sorento

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plug-in Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 194 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.9 - 7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 55 km
Kia Sorento
Porsche Cayman

Costs and Consumption

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Kia Sorento

The Kia Sorento blends roomy practicality with smart tech and an unexpectedly composed highway manner, making it an easy choice for families who want comfort without fuss. It presents classy interior touches and sensible packaging at a realistic price, proving you don't need to shout to be noticed in the SUV crowd.

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Porsche Cayman

The Porsche Cayman stands out as a quintessential sports car, blending sleek design with dynamic handling. Its mid-engine layout provides an excellent balance and sharp agility that driving enthusiasts crave. Inside, the Cayman offers a refined and driver-focused interior, ensuring that every journey is an exhilarating experience.

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Kia Sorento
Porsche Cayman

Costs and Consumption

Price
47,300 - 60,500 £
Price
136,000 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
13 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
55 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
87 - 174 g/km
co2
295 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
Curb weight
1,490 kg
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Trunk capacity
184 L
Length
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Length
4,456 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
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Height
1,267 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
272 L
Payload
162 - 685 kg
Payload
281 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
194 - 288 HP
Power HP
500 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
315 km/h
Torque
380 - 440 Nm
Torque
450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
142 - 212 kW
Power kW
368 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2021
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Kia
Brand
Porsche
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