1998 Kia Joice vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 13 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Canyon weights approximately 345 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 2011 GMC Canyon 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, 2011 GMC Canyon 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, 2011 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Joice | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Kia | GMC |
Model | Joice | Canyon |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |