2005 Acura CL vs. 1999 Kia Joice

To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 6 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1999 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 195 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, 2005 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Joice.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Acura CL 1999 Kia Joice
Make Acura Kia
Model CL Joice
Year Released 2005 1999
Body Type Coupe 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 223 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 86.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 86.1 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2730 mm


 

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