1998 Kia Joice vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 245 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.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Joice | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Joice | S60 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
