1998 Kia Potentia vs. 2010 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2010 Jeep Liberty 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1998 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Potentia.
Because 2010 Jeep Liberty 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, 2010 Jeep Liberty 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, 2010 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Potentia. 2010 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Potentia | 2010 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Kia | Jeep |
Model | Potentia | Liberty |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4493 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1806 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2695 mm |