1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 2000 Kia Joice

To start off, 2000 Kia Joice is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 2000 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2000 Kia Joice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Ferrari 550 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 1996 Ferrari 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice, 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Joice.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Ferrari 550 2000 Kia Joice
Make Ferrari Kia
Model 550 Joice
Year Released 1996 2000
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5474 cc 1977 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 485 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 568 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2730 mm


 

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