2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2000 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (137 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 221 kg more than 2000 Kia Potentia.
Because 2000 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 2000 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Potentia. 2000 Kia Potentia has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Kia Potentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2000 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Santa Fe | Potentia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |