2000 Kia Joice vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz V 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 615 kg more than 2000 Kia Joice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Joice | 2002 Mercedes-Benz V | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Joice | V |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 2295 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 | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |