2002 Kia Shuma vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 690 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 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 2004 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Shuma | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Shuma | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
