2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1999 Kia Joice
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 10 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 306 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 2009 Dodge Nitro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Joice, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Nitro (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 1999 Kia Joice | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Nitro | Joice |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |