2000 Kia Shuma vs. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, both 2000 Kia Shuma and 2000 Volkswagen Microbus were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,552 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Kia Shuma. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 560 kg more than 2000 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Microbus 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 Volkswagen Microbus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Volkswagen Microbus (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Shuma | 2000 Volkswagen Microbus | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Shuma | Microbus |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |