2000 Kia Joice vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (241 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2000 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 567 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.
Because 2004 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Joice. (188 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Joice | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Joice | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1952 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
