2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 8 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 188 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1997 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Colorado | Joice |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2730 mm |
