2000 Acura Integra vs. 2002 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2002 Kia Potentia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Potentia weights approximately 295 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra.
Because 2002 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 2002 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra, 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, 2002 Kia Potentia (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura Integra | 2002 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | Integra | Potentia |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |