2002 Kia Potentia vs. 1999 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2002 Kia Potentia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Toyota 4Runner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 374 kg more than 2002 Kia Potentia.
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, 1999 Toyota 4Runner (290 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Potentia | 1999 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Potentia | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
