1999 Kia Shuma vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 11 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 944 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country 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. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Shuma | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Kia | Chrysler |
Model | Shuma | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3078 mm |