2002 Kia Shuma vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2002 Kia Shuma and 2002 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 375 kg more than 2002 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Shuma | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Shuma | C |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |