1997 Kia Potentia vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla 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. Both 1997 Kia Potentia and 2002 Toyota Corolla are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 165 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla, 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 Toyota Corolla (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Potentia. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Potentia | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Potentia | Corolla |
Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |