2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1830 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 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1997 Kia Joice has manual transmission. 1997 Kia Joice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 1997 Kia Joice | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Excursion | Joice |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 188 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2730 mm |