2005 Toyota Avensis vs. 1998 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis 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. Both 2005 Toyota Avensis and 1998 Kia Potentia are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 137 kg more than 1998 Kia Potentia.
Because 1998 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 1998 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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 Toyota Avensis (248 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis | 1998 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Avensis | Potentia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
