2007 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2001 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 6 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Potentia weights approximately 13 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire.
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, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Potentia. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Potentia. 2001 Kia Potentia has automatic transmission and 2007 Chrysler Crossfire has manual transmission. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire 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:
| 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | 2001 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Crossfire | Potentia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
