2001 Kia Potentia vs. 2003 Mazda Washu
To start off, 2003 Mazda Washu is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Washu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Washu (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Washu should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Potentia weights approximately 49 kg more than 2003 Mazda Washu.
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, 2003 Mazda Washu, 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, 2003 Mazda Washu (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Potentia. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Washu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Potentia. 2003 Mazda Washu 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. 2003 Mazda Washu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Potentia | 2003 Mazda Washu | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Potentia | Washu |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3210 mm |
