1999 Kia Shuma vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Shuma weights approximately 138 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
Because 2010 Ford F-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Shuma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Shuma | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Shuma | F-350 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3970 mm |