1999 Holden Astra vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1999 Holden Astra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 315 kg more than 1999 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Holden Astra, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Kia Potentia (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Astra | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Astra | Potentia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |