1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma II is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Seville (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 430 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Seville.
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, 1990 Cadillac Seville (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II. 1990 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Shuma II has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Shuma II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Seville | Shuma II |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4472 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 50 L |