2011 Nissan Xterra vs. 2002 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra is newer by 9 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2002 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 417 kg more than 2002 Kia Potentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Xterra | 2002 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Xterra | Potentia |
Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1882 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4539 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1902 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |