2000 Kia Joice vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 12 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Joice weights approximately 445 kg more than 2012 Fiat Croma.
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, 2012 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Joice. 2012 Fiat Croma 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. 2012 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Joice | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Kia | Fiat |
Model | Joice | Croma |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |