2002 Kia Shuma vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2002 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 601 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.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Shuma | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Kia | Dodge |
| Model | Shuma | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
