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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 241 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.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Shuma.
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 | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 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 | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
