2002 Kia Potentia vs. 2010 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 8 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 569 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.
Because 2010 SsangYong Stavic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Potentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Stavic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Potentia. 2010 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Potentia has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Potentia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Potentia | 2010 SsangYong Stavic | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Potentia | Stavic |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2034 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |