2002 Kia Shuma vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ is newer by 7 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Shuma weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ. 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, 2009 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Shuma | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Shuma | iQ |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 32 L |
