2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Kia Joice

To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1152 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 2005 Chevrolet Express 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (447 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Express 1997 Kia Joice
Make Chevrolet Kia
Model Express Joice
Year Released 2005 1997
Body Type Van Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5326 cc 1977 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 188 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96 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 2537 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2730 mm


 

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