1999 Kia Joice vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1999 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 400 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 2005 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Joice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander (343 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Joice. (188 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Joice | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Joice | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
