2002 Kia Shuma vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 5 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2002 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Shuma weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 Lotus Exige 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 2007 Lotus Exige. 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Shuma | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Kia | Lotus |
Model | Shuma | Exige |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |