2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1999 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 5 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 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 720 kg more than 1999 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous 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 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma. 2004 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Shuma has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Shuma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rendezvous | 1999 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Rendezvous | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
