2011 BMW X3 vs. 2000 Kia Joice
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Joice would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2000 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2000 Kia Joice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Joice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW X3 | 2000 Kia Joice | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | X3 | Joice |
Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1661 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2730 mm |