2012 GMC Terrain vs. 1999 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 284 kg more than 1999 Kia Potentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain, 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, 2012 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
2012 GMC Terrain | 1999 Kia Potentia | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Terrain | Potentia |
Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1754 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2720 mm |