1998 Kia Joice vs. 2005 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2005 Mazda MPV is newer by 7 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MPV. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MPV weights approximately 325 kg more than 1998 Kia Joice.
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, 2005 Mazda MPV (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Joice | 2005 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Joice | MPV |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |