2003 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 5 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 545 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.
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, 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice. 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 1998 Kia Joice has manual transmission. 1998 Kia Joice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1998 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Joice |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2730 mm |
