2006 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2000 Kia Joice
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Joice would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Joice (135 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 365 kg more than 2000 Kia Joice.
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, 2000 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. 2000 Kia Joice has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Optra has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Optra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Kia Joice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Optra | 2000 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Optra | Joice |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
