2001 Ford EX vs. 2002 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2002 Kia Shuma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2002 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford EX weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford EX | 2002 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | EX | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 567 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
