1999 Kia Shuma vs. 1994 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1999 Kia Shuma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Shuma (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Kia Shuma.
Because 1994 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Shuma (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. 1994 Nissan Rasheen 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. 1994 Nissan Rasheen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Shuma | 1994 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Shuma | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |
