2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 605 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 Hyundai Equus 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 Hyundai Equus. 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 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai Equus | 1998 Kia Joice | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Equus | Joice |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2730 mm |