1998 Kia Joice vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 12 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 455 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 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Joice | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Joice | Korando |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |