2000 Kia Joice vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (237 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2000 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 13 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 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Joice | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Joice | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
