2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 1998 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1998 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 525 kg more than 1998 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai Equus | 1998 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Equus | Potentia |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |