2001 Kia Shuma vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 5 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 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 910 kg more than 2001 Kia Shuma.
Because 2006 Kia Pregio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Shuma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Shuma. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Shuma | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Shuma | Pregio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
