2000 Kia Joice vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision

To start off, both 2000 Kia Joice and 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision 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 41 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Joice weights approximately 435 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision 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 Mercedes-Benz Vision. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Mercedes-Benz Vision (189 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Joice. (188 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Joice.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Kia Joice 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision
Make Kia Mercedes-Benz
Model Joice Vision
Year Released 2000 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1977 cc 1899 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 135 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 189 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 950 kg
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2940 mm


 

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