2008 Kia Shuma vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Kia Shuma. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 92 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, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Shuma. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Shuma. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco 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. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Shuma | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Shuma | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1404 mm |
