1997 Kia Potentia vs. 2008 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2008 TVR Chimaera is newer by 11 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 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Chimaera (281 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1997 Kia Potentia. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 TVR Chimaera.
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, 2008 TVR Chimaera (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Potentia. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Potentia | 2008 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Kia | TVR |
Model | Potentia | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2290 mm |