1999 Kia Shuma vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 8 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 1,793 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 2007 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 82 kg more than 1999 Kia Shuma.
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 (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Shuma | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Shuma | 3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1598 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 | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |
