1999 Kia Shuma vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1999 Kia Shuma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Shuma weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 Rover 200.
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 Kia Shuma (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Shuma | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Shuma | 200 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
