2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2001 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 395 kg more than 2001 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 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Shuma. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Stilo | 2001 Kia Shuma | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Stilo | Shuma |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |