2011 Subaru Impreza vs. 2008 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2008 Kia Shuma. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 329 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 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Shuma. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Shuma. 2008 Kia Shuma has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Shuma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Subaru Impreza | 2008 Kia Shuma | |
Make | Subaru | Kia |
Model | Impreza | Shuma |
Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2624 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |