2002 Acura NSX vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 4 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 67 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 2002 Acura NSX 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 2002 Acura NSX. 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, 2002 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 1998 Kia Joice | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | NSX | Joice |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |