1998 Kia Joice vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 296 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (314 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Joice | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Joice | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
