2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2004 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 173 kg more than 2004 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 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 2004 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Cee'd | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
