2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Joice would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 225 kg more than 1998 Kia Joice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Kia Joice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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 Patriot (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 1998 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Patriot | Joice |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
