2008 Kia Shuma vs. 2000 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2008 Kia Shuma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Proton Tiara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Proton Tiara would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Shuma (113 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Shuma weights approximately 390 kg more than 2000 Proton Tiara. 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, 2008 Kia Shuma (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Shuma | 2000 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Kia | Proton |
| Model | Shuma | Tiara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 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 | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2290 mm |
