2009 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 241 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1997 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 1997 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Potentia. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Volkswagen Golf | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
Model | Golf | Potentia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.9 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |