1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 1 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 2,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 320 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, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager (227 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1997 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Joice |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2428 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2730 mm |
