2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 387 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. 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, 1997 Kia Potentia (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Spark | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Spark | Potentia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |