1999 Kia Shuma vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1999 Kia Shuma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,087 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1999 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Shuma | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Shuma | 406 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
