2000 Kia Joice vs. 2004 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2004 Renault Vel Satis 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 350 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, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Joice. 2004 Renault Vel Satis 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 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Joice | 2004 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Joice | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |