2001 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2001 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (65 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Potentia weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Accord, 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, 2001 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Accord | 1999 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Potentia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
