2000 Kia Shuma vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2000 Kia Shuma. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1305 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 2008 Nissan Armada 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, 2008 Nissan Armada 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Shuma. 2008 Nissan Armada 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. 2008 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Shuma | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Shuma | Armada |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3140 mm |