2001 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1999 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 990 kg more than 1999 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Terracan | 1999 Kia Shuma | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Terracan | Shuma |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |