2000 Kia Shuma vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 7 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2000 Kia Shuma. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 805 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 2007 Lexus LS 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 2007 Lexus LS. 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, 2007 Lexus LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Shuma. 2007 Lexus LS 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. 2007 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Shuma | 2007 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Kia | Lexus |
| Model | Shuma | LS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2930 mm |
