2004 Kia Shuma vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 775 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.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Shuma. 2010 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2004 Kia Shuma has manual transmission. 2004 Kia Shuma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Shuma | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Shuma | Korando |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
