1997 Porsche Boxster vs. 1998 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1998 Kia Potentia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Potentia weights approximately 215 kg more than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1997 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Potentia. 1998 Kia Potentia has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Kia Potentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Porsche Boxster | 1998 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Porsche | Kia |
Model | Boxster | Potentia |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2480 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |