2003 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2003 Kia Shuma
To start off, both 2003 Ford Thunderbird and 2003 Kia Shuma were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Thunderbird (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2003 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 653 kg more than 2003 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Thunderbird 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 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Shuma. 2003 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 2003 Kia Shuma has manual transmission. 2003 Kia Shuma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Thunderbird | 2003 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Thunderbird | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
