2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 1999 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (57 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Potentia weights approximately 586 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Atos, 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, 1999 Kia Potentia (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (89 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Atos | 1999 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Atos | Potentia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1085 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 87.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 884 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |