2000 Kia Shuma vs. 2007 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Almera 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Almera (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Kia Shuma. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Almera weights approximately 406 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 Nissan Almera (248 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Shuma | 2007 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Shuma | Almera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2540 mm |
