2001 Kia Sportage vs. 1999 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 357 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 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Sportage | 1999 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sportage | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
