2001 Kia Potentia vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2001 Kia Potentia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 280 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.
Because 2001 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 2001 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Potentia. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Potentia. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette 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 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Potentia | 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
Model | Potentia | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3348 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |