1999 Kia Shuma vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 802 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 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma. 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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. 2012 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Kia Shuma | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Shuma | Rexton |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |