1997 Kia Joice vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, 2004 Volvo V50 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Joice would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V50 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V50 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1997 Kia Joice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Kia Joice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 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, 2004 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Joice | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Joice | V50 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
