2008 Honda Fit vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 11 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Joice weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. 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, 1997 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Fit | 1997 Kia Joice | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Fit | Joice |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 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 | 1280 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |