1997 Kia Potentia vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Potentia (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 515 kg more than 1997 Kia Potentia.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Potentia. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Potentia | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Potentia | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
