2002 Kia Potentia vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2002 Kia Potentia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz S (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 431 kg more than 2002 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz S (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Potentia | 1994 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Potentia | S |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
