2004 Kia Shuma vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 4 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 186 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Shuma | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Shuma | Bora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
