2008 Kia Shuma vs. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 2008 Kia Shuma. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 279 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.
Because 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Shuma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Shuma. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Shuma | 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Kia | Ferrari |
| Model | Shuma | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 86 L |
