2003 Ford Maverick vs. 2000 Kia Joice
To start off, 2003 Ford Maverick is newer by 3 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Maverick weights approximately 133 kg more than 2000 Kia Joice.
Because 2003 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Joice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Maverick. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Maverick | 2000 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Maverick | Joice |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
