2002 Kia Shuma vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 8 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1217 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Shuma | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Shuma | Touran |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |