2001 Honda Stream vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2001 Honda Stream is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Potentia (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Honda Stream. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 51 kg more than 2001 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Stream, 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 Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Potentia. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Potentia. 1997 Kia Potentia has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Stream will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Kia Potentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Stream | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Stream | Potentia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
