1999 Kia Joice vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 6 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Joice weights approximately 311 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Joice | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Joice | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
