2007 Honda FR-V vs. 2002 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2007 Honda FR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda FR-V weights approximately 121 kg more than 2002 Kia Potentia.
Because 2002 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 2002 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda FR-V | 2002 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | FR-V | Potentia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 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 |
