1997 Kia Potentia vs. 1996 Lexus SC
To start off, 1997 Kia Potentia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus SC would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1997 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus SC weights approximately 85 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.
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, 1996 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Potentia. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Potentia | 1996 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Kia | Lexus |
| Model | Potentia | SC |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
