1997 Kia Potentia vs. 2001 Tata E
To start off, 2001 Tata E is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 95 kg more than 2001 Tata E.
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, 2001 Tata E (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Potentia. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Potentia | 2001 Tata E | |
Make | Kia | Tata |
Model | Potentia | E |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |