2000 Kia Joice vs. 2007 Kia Sportage

To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Joice weights approximately 61 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage.

Because 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, both vehicles can yield 188 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2007 Kia Sportage 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. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Kia Joice 2007 Kia Sportage
Make Kia Kia
Model Joice Sportage
Year Released 2000 2007
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1977 cc 1975 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 135 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1324 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2640 mm


 

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