2005 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Kia Potentia

To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 1900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Potentia weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 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 2002 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4, 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, 2005 Audi A4 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Potentia.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2002 Kia Potentia
Make Audi Kia
Model A4 Potentia
Year Released 2005 2002
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1894 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 1900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2720 mm


 

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