2005 Kia Shuma vs. 1998 Mazda 323
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 323. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 323 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Kia Shuma.
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, 2005 Kia Shuma (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 323. (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Shuma | 1998 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Shuma | 323 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
