1998 Kia Joice vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 54 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Joice | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Joice | Bora |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |