2002 Acura TL vs. 1999 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2002 Acura TL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura TL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura TL weights approximately 144 kg more than 1999 Kia Potentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura TL, 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, 2002 Acura TL (315 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm). This means 2002 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Potentia. 2002 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Potentia has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Potentia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura TL | 1999 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | TL | Potentia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
