1999 Dodge Ram vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 1999 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Joice would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Ram weights approximately 685 kg more than 1997 Kia Joice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Kia Joice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram 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, 1999 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice. 1997 Kia Joice has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Kia Joice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Ram | 1997 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Ram | Joice |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |
