2007 Kia Rio vs. 1999 Kia Joice
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Joice would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Joice weights approximately 338 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. 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, 1999 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 1999 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Rio | Joice |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
