1999 Kia Potentia vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 225 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Potentia | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Potentia | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
