1997 Kia Potentia vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 16 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 77 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 235 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. 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, 2013 Honda Insight, 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, 1997 Kia Potentia (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Potentia | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Potentia | Insight |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
