1998 Kia Joice vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 109 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.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Joice | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Joice | 996 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |