2003 Kia Shuma vs. 2006 Renault Modus
To start off, 2006 Renault Modus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Renault Modus. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Modus weights approximately 168 kg more than 2003 Kia Shuma.
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, 2006 Renault Modus (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Shuma | 2006 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Shuma | Modus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |
