2007 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2001 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Shuma.
Because 2007 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Shuma. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Wrangler | 2001 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Wrangler | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
