2000 Kia Shuma vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 12 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2000 Kia Shuma. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 246 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Shuma | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Shuma | Golf |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1346 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2578 mm |