2012 Citroen C6 vs. 1999 Kia Joice
To start off, 2012 Citroen C6 is newer by 13 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C6 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C6 weights approximately 430 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, 2012 Citroen C6 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Citroen C6 | 1999 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C6 | Joice |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
