2006 Honda Element vs. 2000 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Kia Shuma. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Shuma weights approximately 247 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2000 Kia Shuma | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Element | Shuma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |