2005 Honda Stream vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 2005 Honda Stream is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Joice would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Stream (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 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 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Stream | 1998 Kia Joice | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Stream | Joice |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |