1997 Kia Potentia vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1997 Kia Potentia.
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, 2005 Mazda 6, 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Potentia. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Potentia | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Potentia | 6 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 86 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 | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |