2003 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2000 Kia Potentia

To start off, 2003 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (250 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2000 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 Kia Potentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 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 2000 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Saab 03-Sep, 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, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (370 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Potentia. 2000 Kia Potentia has automatic transmission and 2003 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2003 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Kia Potentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2003 Saab 03-Sep 2000 Kia Potentia
Make Saab Kia
Model 03-Sep Potentia
Year Released 2003 2000
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 85.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 87.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1665 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2720 mm