1999 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Accord weights approximately 25 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.
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, 1999 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice. 1999 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1997 Kia Joice has manual transmission. 1997 Kia Joice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Accord | 1997 Kia Joice | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Joice |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 135 HP |
Torque | 264 Nm | 188 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |