1999 Chrysler Viper vs. 2002 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2002 Kia Potentia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2002 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 125 kg more than 2002 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 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chrysler Viper | 2002 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | Viper | Potentia |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |