1997 Kia Joice vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 15 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 590 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 2012 BMW 730 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 2012 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2012 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice. 2012 BMW 730 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. 2012 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Joice | 2012 BMW 730 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Joice | 730 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |