2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 Kia Joice
To start off, 2004 Buick LeSabre is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Joice would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 232 kg more than 1999 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 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LeSabre | 1999 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | LeSabre | Joice |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
