2000 Kia Joice vs. 1999 Holden Vectra

To start off, 2000 Kia Joice is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Vectra (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Joice weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 Holden Vectra.

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, 1999 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Joice. 1999 Holden Vectra has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Joice has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Joice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Holden Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Kia Joice 1999 Holden Vectra
Make Kia Holden
Model Joice Vectra
Year Released 2000 1999
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1977 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 135 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2650 mm