2008 Kia Shuma vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2008 Kia Shuma is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Shuma (113 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Renault Safrane. (107 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Kia Shuma.
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, 2008 Kia Shuma (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Shuma | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Shuma | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2770 mm |
