1997 Kia Joice vs. 2008 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2008 Nissan Rogue is newer by 11 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Joice weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 Nissan Rogue.
Because 2008 Nissan Rogue 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, 2008 Nissan Rogue 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, 2008 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Joice | 2008 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Joice | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
