2006 Kia Sorento vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 615 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sorento | 1997 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sorento | Joice |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
