1998 Kia Joice vs. 2011 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rondo (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 100 kg more than 2011 Kia Rondo.
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 Rondo (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice. 2011 Kia Rondo 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 Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Joice | 2011 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Joice | Rondo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |