2001 Kia Shuma vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 10 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 13 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 167 kg more than 2001 Kia Shuma.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Shuma | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Kia | Citroen |
| Model | Shuma | C4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
