2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1998 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (331 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1998 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 45 kg more than 1998 Kia Potentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 1998 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Crossfire | Potentia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
