1998 Kia Joice vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (180 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1998 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Joice | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Joice | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
