2008 Honda S2000 vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Joice weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000.
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, 2008 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda S2000 | 1997 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | S2000 | Joice |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
