2008 Jeep Commander vs. 1999 Kia Joice
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 9 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1999 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 970 kg more than 1999 Kia Joice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Joice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander 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, 2008 Jeep Commander (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Commander | 1999 Kia Joice | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Commander | Joice |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2985 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |