2005 Kia Shuma vs. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,861 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 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, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Shuma | 1995 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Shuma | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
