2002 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2000 Kia Joice
To start off, 2002 Chrysler Concorde is newer by 2 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler Concorde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler Concorde (190 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 236 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.
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, 2002 Chrysler Concorde (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Joice. 2002 Chrysler Concorde 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. 2002 Chrysler Concorde will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler Concorde | 2000 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Concorde | Joice |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1621 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
