2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 2001 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2004 Dodge Stratus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Potentia weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Because 2001 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 2001 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Stratus, 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, 2004 Dodge Stratus (258 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Potentia. (182 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Stratus | 2001 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Stratus | Potentia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
