2000 Kia Joice vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis 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 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 310 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Joice | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Kia | Lancia |
Model | Joice | Thesis |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |