2004 Acura TL vs. 2000 Kia Joice
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 4 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2000 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 193 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, 2004 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 2000 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | TL | Joice |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
