2000 Kia Joice vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Joice would be higher. At 5,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz G. (95 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Kia Joice.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Joice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz G (525 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Joice. (188 Nm). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Joice. 2001 Mercedes-Benz G 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. 2001 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Joice | 2001 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Joice | G |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 5499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2970 mm |
