2001 Kia Potentia vs. 1998 Lexus GS
To start off, 2001 Kia Potentia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus GS (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 255 kg more than 2001 Kia Potentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Lexus GS (304 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Potentia. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Potentia. 1998 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Potentia has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Potentia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Potentia | 1998 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Kia | Lexus |
| Model | Potentia | GS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
