2000 Kia Joice vs. 2004 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Aztek 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Aztek (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 445 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 Pontiac Aztek 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 Pontiac Aztek 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 Pontiac Aztek (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Joice. 2004 Pontiac Aztek 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. 2004 Pontiac Aztek will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Joice | 2004 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Joice | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
