2001 Kia Potentia vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 7 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Potentia weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 Mazda 5.
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, 2008 Mazda 5, 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, 2008 Mazda 5 (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Potentia. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Potentia. 2008 Mazda 5 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. 2008 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Potentia | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Potentia | 5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
