2004 Kia Shuma vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo is newer by 7 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Exeo (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Exeo weights approximately 310 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, 2011 Seat Exeo (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Shuma | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Kia | Seat |
Model | Shuma | Exeo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 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 | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2642 mm |