2000 Kia Joice vs. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 11 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2000 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1171 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 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Joice. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe 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. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Joice | 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Joice | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2946 mm |
