1995 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2001 Kia Shuma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 205 kg more than 2001 Kia Shuma. 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Shuma. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 2001 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
