1998 Kia Potentia vs. 2010 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2010 Infiniti G37 is newer by 12 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti G37 (329 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1998 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 254 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.
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, 2010 Infiniti G37 (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Potentia. 2010 Infiniti G37 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. 2010 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Potentia | 2010 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Kia | Infiniti |
Model | Potentia | G37 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 329 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |