2004 Kia Shuma vs. 1998 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Kia Shuma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Shuma weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Seat Toledo. 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, 1998 Seat Toledo (146 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Shuma | 1998 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Shuma | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
