2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 1 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Kia Shuma. (113 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 195 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Shuma. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 2008 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | GT | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
