2009 Ford Kuga vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 2009 Ford Kuga 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Kuga weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 Kia Joice.
Because 2009 Ford Kuga 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, 2009 Ford Kuga 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, 2009 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Kuga | 1998 Kia Joice | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Kuga | Joice |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |