2007 BMW X5 vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice.
Because 2007 BMW X5 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 X5 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 X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice. 2007 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1997 Kia Joice has manual transmission. 1997 Kia Joice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1997 Kia Joice | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | X5 | Joice |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
