2000 Kia Shuma vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 10 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2000 Kia Shuma. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 793 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 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Shuma. 2010 Volvo XC60 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. 2010 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Shuma | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Shuma | XC60 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2774 mm |