2002 Jeep Liberty vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma II is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Liberty 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 265 kg more than 2002 Jeep Liberty.
Because 2002 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Shuma II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Liberty 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, 2002 Jeep Liberty (320 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm). This means 2002 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II. 2002 Jeep Liberty 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. 2002 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jeep Liberty | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Liberty | Shuma II |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 157 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |