1997 Kia Potentia vs. 1996 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1997 Kia Potentia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Potentia (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Marcia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Potentia. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Potentia. 1996 Hyundai Marcia has automatic transmission and 1997 Kia Potentia has manual transmission. 1997 Kia Potentia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Hyundai Marcia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Kia Potentia | 1996 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | Kia | Hyundai |
Model | Potentia | Marcia |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |