2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda 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 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 41 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 8 kg more than 2003 Kia Shuma.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda 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, 2003 Kia Shuma (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2003 Kia Shuma | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Panda | Shuma |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |