2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 12 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 1445 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.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC | 1998 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | CLC | Joice |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
