2003 Honda Fit vs. 1999 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Shuma (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Shuma weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. 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, 1999 Kia Shuma (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Fit | 1999 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Fit | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
