2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1997 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1997 Kia Potentia. 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 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Potentia. (182 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Potentia. 1997 Kia Potentia has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Kia Potentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Porsche | Kia |
| Model | 911 | Potentia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3594 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
