2000 Audi A8 vs. 1999 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 1 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma.
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, 2000 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1999 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A8 | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2570 mm |
