2001 Kia Shuma vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 355 kg more than 2001 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Shuma. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Shuma | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Shuma | Passat |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
