2006 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2000 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero (215 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2000 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 655 kg more than 2000 Kia Potentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Potentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Montero | 2000 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
Model | Montero | Potentia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3835 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |