1998 Kia Joice vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 175 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
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, 2012 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Joice | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Kia | Mini |
Model | Joice | Cooper |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2466 mm |