2001 Kia Potentia vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 4 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, 2001 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Potentia weights approximately 645 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart. 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, 2001 Kia Potentia (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Potentia | 2005 MCC Smart | |
Make | Kia | MCC |
Model | Potentia | Smart |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |