1998 Kia Joice vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 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, 2004 Toyota MR2 (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 320 kg more than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Because 2004 Toyota MR2 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 2004 Toyota MR2. 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, 1998 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Joice | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Joice | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
