2000 Kia Shuma vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Kia Shuma. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 390 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 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Outback (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Shuma. 2002 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Shuma has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Shuma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Shuma | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Shuma | Outback |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
