2004 Kia Shuma vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 5 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Forte weights approximately 138 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, 2009 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Shuma | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Shuma | Forte |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
