1998 Kia Joice vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 9 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 124 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Joice | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
Model | Joice | Cobalt |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |