2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 2,353 cc, 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 76 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 Honda CR-V (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice. 2009 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1998 Kia Joice has manual transmission. 1998 Kia Joice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 1998 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | CR-V | Joice |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1977 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
