1997 Kia Potentia vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2002 Nissan Altima is newer by 5 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 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1997 Kia Potentia. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima.
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, 2002 Nissan Altima, 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, 2002 Nissan Altima (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Potentia. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Potentia | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Potentia | Altima |
Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |