2000 Kia Potentia vs. 2010 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Avenger 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Potentia.
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, 2010 Dodge Avenger, 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, 2010 Dodge Avenger (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Potentia. 2010 Dodge Avenger has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Potentia has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Potentia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Potentia | 2010 Dodge Avenger | |
Make | Kia | Dodge |
Model | Potentia | Avenger |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1496 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2766 mm |