1999 Kia Shuma vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Shuma weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Shuma | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Shuma | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |
