2006 Ford Escape vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 8 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 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 330 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape. 2006 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1998 Kia Joice has manual transmission. 1998 Kia Joice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 1998 Kia Joice | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escape | Joice |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |