2004 Lexus LX vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 2004 Lexus LX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Joice would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus LX (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus LX weights approximately 1153 kg more than 1997 Kia Joice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Kia Joice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lexus LX 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 Lexus LX (434 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm). This means 2004 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus LX | 1997 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Lexus | Kia |
| Model | LX | Joice |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2538 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
