2009 Kia Rondo vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rondo (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rondo weights approximately 130 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, 1998 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rondo. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rondo. 2009 Kia Rondo 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 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rondo | 1998 Kia Joice | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Rondo | Joice |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |