1997 Kia Joice vs. 1997 Nissan Almera
To start off, both 1997 Kia Joice and 1997 Nissan Almera were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Almera. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Joice weights approximately 340 kg more than 1997 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1997 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Almera. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Joice | 1997 Nissan Almera | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Joice | Almera |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |