1998 Kia Joice vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 14 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 525 weights approximately 335 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 2012 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice. 2012 BMW 525 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. 2012 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Joice | 2012 BMW 525 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Joice | 525 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2968 mm |