2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2005 Dodge Nitro 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Nitro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Kia Potentia. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 380 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 2005 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Kia Potentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Potentia. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Nitro | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Nitro | Potentia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |