2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 1999 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 8 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 375 kg more than 1999 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, 2007 Dodge Caliber (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 1999 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Caliber | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
