1998 Ford Contour vs. 1999 Kia Shuma
To start off, 1999 Kia Shuma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 301 kg more than 1999 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, 1998 Ford Contour (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Contour | 1999 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Contour | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6625 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
