2002 Kia Potentia vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 10 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Compass (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Potentia weights approximately 56 kg more than 2012 Jeep Compass.
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, 2012 Jeep Compass, 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, 2012 Jeep Compass (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Potentia | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Kia | Jeep |
| Model | Potentia | Compass |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2634 mm |
