2001 Honda Z vs. 2005 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Z 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, 2005 Kia Shuma (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Z | 2005 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Z | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
