1998 Kia Joice vs. 1997 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1998 Kia Joice is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Panoz AIV (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 205 kg more than 1997 Panoz AIV.
Because 1997 Panoz AIV 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 1997 Panoz AIV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1997 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Joice | 1997 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Kia | Panoz |
| Model | Joice | AIV |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
