1998 Kia Joice vs. 2005 Tata Safari
To start off, 2005 Tata Safari 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Safari weights approximately 535 kg more than 1998 Kia Joice.
Because 2005 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari 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, 1998 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Joice | 2005 Tata Safari | |
Make | Kia | Tata |
Model | Joice | Safari |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |