2005 Ford FPV BF GT vs. 1998 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (389 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1998 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT weights approximately 390 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 Ford FPV BF GT (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford FPV BF GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Potentia. 1998 Kia Potentia has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford FPV BF GT has manual transmission. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Kia Potentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford FPV BF GT | 1998 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | FPV BF GT | Potentia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 87.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2150 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |