1999 Kia Joice vs. 2011 BMW 525

To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 12 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1999 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Joice.

Because 2011 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Joice, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Joice. 2011 BMW 525 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. 2011 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Kia Joice 2011 BMW 525
Make Kia BMW
Model Joice 525
Year Released 1999 2011
Body Type Minivan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1977 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 135 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.2 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.1 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4907 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1462 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2968 mm


 

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