1999 Kia Joice vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 13 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1999 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 820 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 2012 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Joice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Joice. 2012 Alpina B7 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. 2012 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Joice | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Kia | Alpina |
| Model | Joice | B7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3211 mm |
