2004 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2003 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2004 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 1 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 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2004 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 2003 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Shuma.
Because 2004 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2004 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bugatti Veyron | 2003 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Bugatti | Kia |
| Model | Veyron | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
