1999 Kia Joice vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 5 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1999 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 889 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Joice. (188 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Joice | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Joice | Armada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3140 mm |
