2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1999 Kia Joice

To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 1 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1999 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 305 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 2000 Ferrari 550 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 Ferrari 550. 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Joice. (188 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Joice.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ferrari 550 1999 Kia Joice
Make Ferrari Kia
Model 550 Joice
Year Released 2000 1999
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5473 cc 1977 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 485 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 7250 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 597 Nm 188 Nm
Engine Bore Size 87.9 mm 86.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74.9 mm 86.1 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2730 mm


 

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