2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1255 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 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Kia Joice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1998 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Escalade | Joice |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
