2004 Kia Sportage vs. 1999 Kia Joice
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Joice.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Joice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 1999 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sportage | 1999 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sportage | Joice |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
