2006 Kia Carens vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 615 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, 2006 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice. 1998 Kia Joice has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Kia Joice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Carens | 1998 Kia Joice | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Carens | Joice |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |