1998 Kia Joice vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Joice would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 Kia Joice.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Kia Joice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1998 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Joice | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Joice | Sportage |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |