2009 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 11 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, 2009 Audi A4 (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 85 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.
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, 2009 Audi A4 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1998 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A4 | Joice |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
