1998 Kia Joice vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 10 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, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Rio weights approximately 126 kg more than 1998 Kia Joice.
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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Joice | 2008 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Joice | Rio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
