2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 698 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.
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 Kia Carnival (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 1997 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Carnival | Joice |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2083 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
