1999 Kia Potentia vs. 1996 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Kia Potentia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Kia Potentia. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 32 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.
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, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Potentia | 1996 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Potentia | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |
