2000 Kia Joice vs. 2003 Mazda 2
To start off, 2003 Mazda 2 is newer by 3 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Joice (135 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Joice weights approximately 305 kg more than 2003 Mazda 2. 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, 2000 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Joice | 2003 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Joice | 2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 141 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 | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
