1998 Kia Joice vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
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, 2008 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Joice | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Kia | Mini |
Model | Joice | Cooper |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |