2000 Kia Joice vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2000 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 535 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 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Joice. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Kia Joice | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Joice | E |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4698 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2015 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1402 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |