1999 Kia Joice vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Joice would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 40 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 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Joice | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Joice | 6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
