2006 Honda FR-V vs. 2001 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Honda FR-V. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 1 kg more than 2001 Kia Potentia.
Because 2001 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 2001 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V, 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, 2001 Kia Potentia (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda FR-V. 2001 Kia Potentia has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda FR-V has manual transmission. 2006 Honda FR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Kia Potentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda FR-V | 2001 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | FR-V | Potentia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |