2008 Kia Shuma vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2008 Kia Shuma and 2008 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Kia Shuma. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 224 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Shuma. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Shuma. 2008 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Shuma has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Shuma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Shuma | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Shuma | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |