2004 Kia Shuma vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2004 Kia Shuma. 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, 2005 Peugeot 206 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Shuma | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Shuma | 206 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
