2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Joice would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 87 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Because 2000 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice. 2000 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1998 Kia Joice has manual transmission. 1998 Kia Joice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Falcon | 1998 Kia Joice | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Falcon | Joice |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |