1998 Kia Joice vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 1998 Kia Joice 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. Both 1998 Kia Joice and 1997 Kia Joice are equipped with a 1,977 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice.
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, both vehicles can yield 188 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Joice | 1997 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Joice | Joice |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
