1993 Subaru SVX vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1997 Kia Potentia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1997 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru SVX weights approximately 155 kg more than 1997 Kia Potentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Kia Potentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru SVX 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, 1993 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Potentia. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Subaru SVX | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Subaru | Kia |
Model | SVX | Potentia |
Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3318 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |