2000 Kia Shuma vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 2000 Kia Shuma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Kia Shuma. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Shuma weights approximately 155 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio.
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, 1999 Kia Rio (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Shuma | 1999 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Shuma | Rio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2420 mm |
