2008 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 1998 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1998 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Kia Potentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Kia Potentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Raider | 1998 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Raider | Potentia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2720 mm |
