1999 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2004 Kia Shuma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Legend weights approximately 580 kg more than 2004 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, 1999 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Shuma. 1999 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2004 Kia Shuma has manual transmission. 2004 Kia Shuma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Legend | 2004 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Legend | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
