1998 Kia Joice vs. 2011 Kia Optima

To start off, 2011 Kia Optima 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Optima (274 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Optima weights approximately 150 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.

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, 2011 Kia Optima (364 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice. 2011 Kia Optima has automatic transmission and 1998 Kia Joice has manual transmission. 1998 Kia Joice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Kia Joice 2011 Kia Optima
Make Kia Kia
Model Joice Optima
Year Released 1998 2011
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1977 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 136 HP 274 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 364 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1535 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4844 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1831 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1455 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2797 mm


 

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