2000 Honda Insight vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma II is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Shuma II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Shuma II (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma II should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 1160 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. 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, 2005 Kia Shuma II (157 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Shuma II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Shuma II has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Shuma II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Insight | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Insight | Shuma II |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
