2000 Kia Shuma vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Kia Shuma. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 990 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Shuma. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Shuma | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Shuma | Viano |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3210 mm |
