2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1998 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 8 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 2,770 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1112 kg more than 1998 Kia Potentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Kia Potentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Canyon (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1998 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Canyon | Potentia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
