2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2001 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Potentia weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Potentia. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2001 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
Model | C | Potentia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |