2000 Kia Joice vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 5 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Joice weights approximately 455 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Joice | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Joice | Rio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
