2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 2000 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 2,499 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Potentia weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. 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 Mazda Drifter (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 Mazda Drifter | 2000 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | Drifter | Potentia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1997 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1465 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |