1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 323 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.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Camaro 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 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Camaro | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
