2000 Kia Joice vs. 2011 Honda Fit

To start off, 2011 Honda Fit 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Joice weights approximately 242 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. 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, 2000 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Kia Joice 2011 Honda Fit
Make Kia Honda
Model Joice Fit
Year Released 2000 2011
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1977 cc 1500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 135 HP 117 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1143 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4105 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1524 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2499 mm


 

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