1999 AC Aceca vs. 2000 Kia Potentia

To start off, 2000 Kia Potentia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2000 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 145 kg more than 2000 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, 1999 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Potentia.

Compare all specifications:

1999 AC Aceca 2000 Kia Potentia
Make AC Kia
Model Aceca Potentia
Year Released 1999 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3506 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 346 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 85.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 87.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2720 mm


 

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