2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2002 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2002 Kia Shuma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 21 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2002 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Shuma weights approximately 550 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Because 2000 Caterham 21 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 2000 Caterham 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2000 Caterham 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 2002 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Caterham | Kia |
| Model | 21 | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
