2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1997 Kia Potentia

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1997 Kia Potentia. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 407 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.

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 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Potentia. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Potentia.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet SSR 1997 Kia Potentia
Make Chevrolet Kia
Model SSR Potentia
Year Released 2006 1997
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 401 HP 174 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 186 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2720 mm


 

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