1999 Kia Joice vs. 2013 Infiniti M

To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 14 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1999 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 430 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 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Joice.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Kia Joice 2013 Infiniti M
Make Kia Infiniti
Model Joice M
Year Released 1999 2013
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1977 cc 3696 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 135 HP 325 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.2 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.1 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1815 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4945 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1845 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1515 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2900 mm


 

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