2002 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Regal (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Regal weights approximately 470 kg more than 2005 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, 2002 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma. 2002 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Shuma has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Shuma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Regal | 2005 Kia Shuma | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Regal | Shuma |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |