2005 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 1998 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 30 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 Volkswagen Caddy, 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, 1998 Kia Potentia (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. 1998 Kia Potentia has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy 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 Volkswagen Caddy | 1998 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Caddy | Potentia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
