2001 GMC Safari vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 2001 GMC Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Joice would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 570 kg more than 1998 Kia Joice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 GMC Safari 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 2001 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2001 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
2001 GMC Safari | 1998 Kia Joice | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Safari | Joice |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |