2008 Kia Shuma vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Kia Shuma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Primera (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Kia Shuma. (113 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Primera weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 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, 1996 Nissan Primera (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Shuma. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Shuma | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Shuma | Primera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
