1999 Kia Joice vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 11 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G (207 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1999 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Joice.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Joice. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Joice has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Joice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Joice | 2010 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Joice | G |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
