2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 2000 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is newer by 1 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (119 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Kia Shuma. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma weights approximately 307 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, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Tacuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Shuma. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma 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. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 2000 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Daewoo | Kia |
| Model | Tacuma | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
