2000 Kia Joice vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 13 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2000 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 844 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 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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 2013 Dodge DURANGO. 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Joice. 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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. 2013 Dodge DURANGO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Joice | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Kia | Dodge |
| Model | Joice | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3042 mm |
