2000 Kia Joice vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz 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 49 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Joice weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Vitz 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, 2005 Toyota Vitz 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, 2000 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz. 2005 Toyota Vitz 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. 2005 Toyota Vitz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Joice | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Joice | Vitz |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
