2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 vs. 1999 Kia Joice
To start off, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 445 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.
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 Luxgen Luxgen7 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 | 1999 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Luxgen | Kia |
| Model | Luxgen7 | Joice |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 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 | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4845 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1876 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1768 mm | 1650 mm |
