1999 Kia Shuma vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 13 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Forte weights approximately 180 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, 2012 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Shuma | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Shuma | Forte |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2649 mm |
