2000 Kia Joice vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 400 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.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Joice. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Joice | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Joice | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
