2000 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1998 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2000 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Potentia would be higher. Both 2000 Fiat Ulysse and 1998 Kia Potentia are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 45 kg more than 1998 Kia Potentia.
Because 1998 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 1998 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Ulysse, 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, 1998 Kia Potentia (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Ulysse | 1998 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Ulysse | Potentia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |