2005 Kia Shuma vs. 2009 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 280 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, 2009 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Shuma | 2009 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Shuma | GTI |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 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 | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
