2000 Kia Potentia vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 12 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, 2012 Audi A5 (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 295 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, 2012 Audi A5, 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, 2012 Audi A5 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Potentia | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Potentia | A5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2751 mm |
