2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo 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 40 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Joice weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 Renault Kangoo. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo. 1997 Kia Joice has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Kia Joice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Kangoo | 1997 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Kangoo | Joice |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
