1996 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2005 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corsica | 2005 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Corsica | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
