1999 Kia Potentia vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 9 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Kia Potentia.
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, 2008 Peugeot 407, 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, 2008 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Potentia | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Potentia | 407 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
