2004 Nissan Murano vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1997 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 271 kg more than 1997 Kia Potentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano, 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 Nissan Murano (334 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Potentia. (182 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Murano | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Murano | Potentia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1736 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
