2000 Kia Potentia vs. 2003 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2003 Seat Alhambra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 Kia Potentia. 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, 2003 Seat Alhambra, 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, 2003 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Potentia | 2003 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Kia | Seat |
Model | Potentia | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |