2004 Kia Shuma vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 446 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 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Shuma | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Shuma | Outback |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |