2004 Kia Shuma vs. 2003 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2004 Kia Shuma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Tamora would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2004 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Shuma weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 TVR Tamora.
Because 2003 TVR Tamora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 TVR Tamora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Shuma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Shuma | 2003 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Kia | TVR |
| Model | Shuma | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
