1999 Kia Joice vs. 2006 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2006 Kia Spectra is newer by 7 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Spectra weights approximately 95 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Joice | 2006 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Joice | Spectra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1983 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 | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
