2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 3,222 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Kia Potentia. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 400 kg more than 1997 Kia Potentia. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (501 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Potentia. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
Model | E | Potentia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3222 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |