2004 Kia Shuma vs. 2000 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Kia Shuma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Clio (171 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Shuma weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Renault Clio.
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, 2000 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Shuma | 2000 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Shuma | Clio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
