1999 Kia Shuma vs. 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan
To start off, both 1999 Kia Shuma and 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan weights approximately 254 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, 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan (279 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm). This means 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma. 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan 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. 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Shuma | 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Shuma | Eurovan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2930 mm |
