2003 Kia Shuma vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 4 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 468 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.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Shuma | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Shuma | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
