2001 Kia Potentia vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 206 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 206 (174 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Potentia weights approximately 365 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 206.
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 Peugeot 206, 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 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Potentia. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Potentia | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Potentia | 206 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |
