2000 Kia Potentia vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2000 Kia Potentia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 306. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Potentia weights approximately 215 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306, 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, 2000 Kia Potentia (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 306. (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Potentia | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Potentia | 306 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 81.4 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
