2002 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1998 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2002 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1998 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Potentia weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Chrysler Crossfire.
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, 2002 Chrysler Crossfire (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chrysler Crossfire | 1998 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | Crossfire | Potentia |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |