1998 Kia Joice vs. 2000 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2000 Toyota Soarer is newer by 2 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 345 kg more than 1998 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, 2000 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice. 2000 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 1998 Kia Joice has manual transmission. 1998 Kia Joice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Joice | 2000 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Joice | Soarer |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |