2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1998 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1998 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1202 kg more than 1998 Kia Potentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Kia Potentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1998 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Escalade | Potentia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
