1999 Kia Potentia vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, both 1999 Kia Potentia and 1999 Ford F-150 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 605 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 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Potentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Potentia. 1999 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Potentia has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Potentia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Potentia | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Potentia | F-150 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3050 mm |