1997 Kia Joice vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 16 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 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 639 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 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Kia Joice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Joice | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Joice | A8 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3122 mm |
