1999 Kia Shuma vs. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 12 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1505 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.
Because 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Shuma | 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Shuma | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2850 mm |