2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1997 Kia Potentia. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 940 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Potentia. (186 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Express | Potentia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 186 Nm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2720 mm |