1997 Kia Joice vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 13 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 189 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.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. 2010 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 1997 Kia Joice has manual transmission. 1997 Kia Joice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Joice | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Joice | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2911 mm |