2007 BMW X3 vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 10 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 380 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.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Kia Joice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1997 Kia Joice | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | X3 | Joice |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
