2000 Kia Shuma vs. 2004 Kia Towner
To start off, 2004 Kia Towner is newer by 4 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 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 49 more horse power than 2004 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Towner weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Shuma | 2004 Kia Towner | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Shuma | Towner |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 1820 mm |
