1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma II is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Shuma II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Shuma II (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma II should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 770 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. 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, 2005 Kia Shuma II (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Shuma II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Palio | Shuma II |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
