2002 Kia Potentia vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Potentia weights approximately 280 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3, 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 Kia Potentia (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Potentia | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Potentia | 3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
