2000 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 195 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo, 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, 1997 Kia Potentia (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daewoo Rezzo | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Daewoo | Kia |
Model | Rezzo | Potentia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |