2008 Kia Shuma vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, both 2008 Kia Shuma and 2008 Suzuki Swift were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 22 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Shuma weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Swift will offer significantly more control. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Shuma | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Shuma | Swift |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |