1998 Kia Potentia vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Kia Potentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Potentia | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Potentia | Korando |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
