1998 Kia Joice vs. 2004 MG ZS
To start off, 2004 MG ZS is newer by 6 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 MG ZS. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2004 MG ZS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 310 kg more than 2004 MG ZS. 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 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG ZS. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG ZS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Joice | 2004 MG ZS | |
| Make | Kia | MG |
| Model | Joice | ZS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
