2011 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1999 Kia Joice
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 12 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1999 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 685 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.
Because 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Pathfinder | 1999 Kia Joice | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Pathfinder | Joice |
Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4884 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |