2000 Kia Potentia vs. 2012 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Grandeur 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Grandeur (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 372 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 Hyundai Grandeur, 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 Hyundai Grandeur (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Potentia. 2012 Hyundai Grandeur 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. 2012 Hyundai Grandeur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Potentia | 2012 Hyundai Grandeur | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Potentia | Grandeur |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2790 mm |
