2000 Kia Potentia vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2000 Kia Potentia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Potentia weights approximately 535 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Potentia | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
Make | Kia | Marcos |
Model | Potentia | Mantara |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1090 mm |