1998 Kia Potentia vs. 2001 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2001 Mercury Villager is newer by 3 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 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Villager weights approximately 320 kg more than 1998 Kia Potentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Villager, 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, 2001 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Potentia. 2001 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1998 Kia Potentia has manual transmission. 1998 Kia Potentia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Potentia | 2001 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Potentia | Villager |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |