2008 Kia Shuma vs. 2008 Renault Trafic
To start off, both 2008 Kia Shuma and 2008 Renault Trafic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Shuma (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Trafic weights approximately 639 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 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Shuma. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Shuma | 2008 Renault Trafic | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Shuma | Trafic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2240 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |