1999 Kia Joice vs. 1998 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1999 Kia Joice is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Potentia weights approximately 80 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.
Because 1998 Kia Potentia 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 1998 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Joice | 1998 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Joice | Potentia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |