2003 Kia Retona vs. 2002 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2003 Kia Retona is newer by 1 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Retona weights approximately 780 kg more than 2002 Kia Shuma.
Because 2003 Kia Retona 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, 2003 Kia Retona 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 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Retona | 2002 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Retona | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |
