2004 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2000 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Impala (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2000 Kia Shuma. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 440 kg more than 2000 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, 2004 Chevrolet Impala (305 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Impala | 2000 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Impala | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2570 mm |
