2008 Kia Shuma vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 3 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Kia Shuma. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 714 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 2011 Tata Safari 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, 2011 Tata Safari 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, 2011 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Shuma. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Shuma | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | Kia | Tata |
Model | Shuma | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 16.2 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 | 1206 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |