1999 Hyundai XG vs. 1999 Kia Joice
To start off, both 1999 Hyundai XG and 1999 Kia Joice were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai XG is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai XG (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai XG should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai XG weights approximately 175 kg more than 1999 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 Hyundai XG (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai XG will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Hyundai XG | 1999 Kia Joice | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | XG | Joice |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |