2003 Holden Cruze vs. 1999 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2003 Holden Cruze is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Shuma (88 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Shuma weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Cruze 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, 2003 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Cruze | 1999 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Cruze | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |
