2000 Kia Joice vs. 2002 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2002 Mazda MPV is newer by 2 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Mazda MPV. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda MPV weights approximately 215 kg more than 2000 Kia Joice.
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, 2000 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda MPV. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Joice | 2002 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Joice | MPV |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
