2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 2000 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Joice would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Joice weights approximately 185 kg more than 2000 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2000 De Tomaso Guara 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 2000 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
2000 De Tomaso Guara | 1997 Kia Joice | |
Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
Model | Guara | Joice |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |