2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1999 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1999 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 480 kg more than 1999 Kia Potentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 1999 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Pathfinder | Potentia |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |