2000 Fiat Brava 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 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Shuma weights approximately 46 kg more than 2000 Fiat Brava. 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, 2002 Kia Shuma (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Brava | 2002 Kia Shuma | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Brava | Shuma |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |