1989 Toyota Lexcen vs. 2000 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2000 Kia Potentia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Potentia weights approximately 135 kg more than 1989 Toyota Lexcen.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Toyota Lexcen | 2000 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Lexcen | Potentia |
Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |