2000 Kia Potentia vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 10 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2000 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 291 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Potentia | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Kia | Cadillac |
Model | Potentia | CTS |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2880 mm |