2000 Kia Shuma vs. 2000 Renault Twingo
To start off, both 2000 Kia Shuma and 2000 Renault Twingo were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Shuma (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Shuma weights approximately 280 kg more than 2000 Renault Twingo. 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, 2000 Kia Shuma (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Shuma | 2000 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Shuma | Twingo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2350 mm |