2007 Kia Cee'd vs. 1999 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Cee'd (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 258 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 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cee'd | 1999 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Cee'd | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
