2001 Kia Potentia vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 3 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Kia Potentia.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Potentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Potentia (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Potentia | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Potentia | Tribute |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |