1997 Hyundai Marcia vs. 2000 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2000 Kia Potentia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. Both 1997 Hyundai Marcia and 2000 Kia Potentia are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Potentia weights approximately 115 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Marcia.
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, 1997 Hyundai Marcia, 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, 1997 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Potentia. 2000 Kia Potentia has automatic transmission and 1997 Hyundai Marcia has manual transmission. 1997 Hyundai Marcia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Kia Potentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Marcia | 2000 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Marcia | Potentia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
