2000 Kia Joice vs. 2009 Holden Captiva

To start off, 2009 Holden Captiva is newer by 9 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Holden Captiva (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Holden Captiva weights approximately 420 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 2009 Holden Captiva 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, 2009 Holden Captiva 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, 2009 Holden Captiva (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Joice.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Kia Joice 2009 Holden Captiva
Make Kia Holden
Model Joice Captiva
Year Released 2000 2009
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1977 cc 2404 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 135 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1805 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2710 mm


 

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