1999 Kia Shuma vs. 2001 Nissan Moco
To start off, 2001 Nissan Moco is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Shuma (88 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Moco. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Moco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Moco weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Kia Shuma.
Because 2001 Nissan Moco 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, 2001 Nissan Moco 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 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Moco. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Moco. 2001 Nissan Moco 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. 2001 Nissan Moco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Shuma | 2001 Nissan Moco | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Shuma | Moco |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
