1999 Audi R8R vs. 1999 Kia Shuma

To start off, both 1999 Audi R8R and 1999 Kia Shuma were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Shuma weights approximately 1108 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.

Because 1999 Audi R8R 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 1999 Audi R8R. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Shuma, 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, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (155 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma. 1999 Audi R8R has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Shuma has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Shuma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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