2003 AC Cobra vs. 2001 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2001 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Shuma weights approximately 28 kg more than 2003 AC Cobra.
Because 2003 AC Cobra 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 2003 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Shuma. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 2001 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | Cobra | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2570 mm |
