2004 Kia Shuma vs. 2000 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Kia Shuma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Niva weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Kia Shuma.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lada Niva 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 Kia Shuma (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Shuma | 2000 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Shuma | Niva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
