1994 Mercury Capri vs. 2000 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2000 Kia Potentia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Potentia weights approximately 385 kg more than 1994 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Potentia 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 2000 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Capri, 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, 2000 Kia Potentia (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mercury Capri | 2000 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Mercury | Kia |
Model | Capri | Potentia |
Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |