2005 Daewoo Evanda vs. 2002 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Evanda 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. Both 2005 Daewoo Evanda and 2002 Kia Potentia are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Evanda. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Evanda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Evanda weights approximately 32 kg more than 2002 Kia Potentia.
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 Daewoo Evanda, 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 Daewoo Evanda (183 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Evanda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daewoo Evanda | 2002 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Daewoo | Kia |
Model | Evanda | Potentia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |