2001 Kia Shuma vs. 2003 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Swift is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Shuma weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Swift. 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 Kia Shuma (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Shuma | 2003 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Shuma | Swift |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2270 mm |
