1999 Kia Joice vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1999 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1000 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 Nissan Titan 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 2012 Nissan Titan. 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Joice. 2012 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Joice | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Joice | Titan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4060 mm |
