2002 Kia Shuma vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 Kia Shuma.
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, 2002 Kia Shuma (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Shuma | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Shuma | Polo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |