1999 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1999 Kia Potentia
To start off, both 1999 Cadillac DeVille and 1999 Kia Potentia were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac DeVille (271 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1999 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 235 kg more than 1999 Kia Potentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac DeVille, 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.
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1999 Cadillac DeVille | 1999 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | DeVille | Potentia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |