2000 Kia Shuma vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 5 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2000 Kia Shuma. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 370 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 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Shuma | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Shuma | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
