2002 Audi RS6 vs. 2000 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2002 Audi RS6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 2000 Kia Shuma. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2000 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 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, 2002 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS6 | 2000 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | RS6 | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
