1998 Kia Joice vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (222 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 141 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Joice | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Joice | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
