2004 Ginetta G34 vs. 1999 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2004 Ginetta G34 is newer by 5 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. Both 2004 Ginetta G34 and 1999 Kia Potentia are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Potentia weights approximately 660 kg more than 2004 Ginetta G34.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ginetta G34 | 1999 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Ginetta | Kia |
| Model | G34 | Potentia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1440 mm |
