2004 Kia Shuma vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 6 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, 2010 Honda Civic (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 215 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, 2010 Honda Civic (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Shuma | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Shuma | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
