2003 Kia Shuma vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2003 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1252 kg more than 2003 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Shuma | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Shuma | Armada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 106 L |
