1999 Kia Joice vs. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1999 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 465 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Joice | 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Joice | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |