1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2000 Kia Joice
To start off, 2000 Kia Joice is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 65 kg more than 2000 Kia Joice.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Joice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon 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, 2000 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. 1995 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Joice has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Joice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Step Wagon | 2000 Kia Joice | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Step Wagon | Joice |
Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |