2007 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 2007 Buick LaCrosse 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 565 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, 2007 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick LaCrosse | 1997 Kia Joice | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | LaCrosse | Joice |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 135 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |