2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Kia Potentia. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
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, 2006 BMW Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Potentia. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | Z4 | Potentia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |