2004 Kia Shuma vs. 2004 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, both 2004 Kia Shuma and 2004 Lancia Ypsilon were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 41 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Shuma weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. 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, 2004 Kia Shuma (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Shuma | 2004 Lancia Ypsilon | |
Make | Kia | Lancia |
Model | Shuma | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |