2004 Kia Shuma vs. 2003 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2004 Kia Shuma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover Streetwise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover Streetwise would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Rover Streetwise. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Kia Shuma.
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 Kia Shuma (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover Streetwise. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Shuma | 2003 Rover Streetwise | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Shuma | Streetwise |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
