1999 Kia Shuma vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Primera (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 348 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, 2007 Nissan Primera (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Shuma | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Shuma | Primera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2690 mm |
