2000 Kia Joice vs. 2008 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2008 Kia Magentis is newer by 8 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Magentis (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Magentis weights approximately 181 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, 2008 Kia Magentis (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Joice. 2008 Kia Magentis 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. 2008 Kia Magentis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Joice | 2008 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Joice | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
