1997 Kia Joice vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 512 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 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice. 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Kia Joice | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Joice | Kyron |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |