1999 Kia Potentia vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 13 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 750 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, 2012 Kia Carnival, 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Potentia. 2012 Kia Carnival 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. 2012 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Potentia | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Potentia | Carnival |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |