2009 Honda Fit vs. 2008 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit 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 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Kia Shuma. (113 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 291 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 Kia Shuma (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 2008 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Fit | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
