2000 Chrysler Neon vs. 2000 Kia Joice
To start off, both 2000 Chrysler Neon and 2000 Kia Joice were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Joice weights approximately 245 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chrysler Neon | 2000 Kia Joice | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | Neon | Joice |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |