2000 Kia Potentia vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 13 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (256 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2000 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 498 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 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Potentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Potentia. 2000 Kia Potentia has automatic transmission and 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser has manual transmission. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Kia Potentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Potentia | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Potentia | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
