2004 Kia Shuma vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra is newer by 3 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 175 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, 2007 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Shuma | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Shuma | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
