2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1999 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Shuma (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 Kia Shuma.
Because 2006 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1999 Kia Shuma (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Terios | 1999 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Terios | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2570 mm |
