2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2000 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Kia Shuma. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Shuma weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
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, 2000 Kia Shuma (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2000 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Daewoo | Kia |
| Model | Kalos | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
