1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma II is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Shuma II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 965 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Shuma II (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Shuma II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Lancer | Shuma II |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
