2002 GMC Safari 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 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Safari weights approximately 865 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.
Because 2002 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma. 2002 GMC Safari 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 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Safari | 2005 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Safari | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
